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Build your own luck
Episode 21

Build your own luck

The ReadME Podcast is back with the stories, insights and advice you need to contribute to—and thrive—in the open source community. Neha Batra and new co-host, Martin Woodward, chat with our very own Klint Finley about the functional programming renaissance, bring former host Brian Douglas back to answer some of your burning OSS questions, and discuss the value of taking risks and publishing your work with Aaron Francis.

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September 21, 202237m 28s

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Show Notes

Here’s what’s in store for this episode:

  • 00:00 - Meet our newest co-host, and learn about The ReadME Podcast’s new format.  
  • 01:40 - First Commit: Neha and Martin explore “Eternal September.” 
  • 03:54 - Features Story: RMP Sr. Editor, Klint Finley, joins to discuss his recent story Functional programming is finally going mainstream.
  • 18:17 - #AskRMP - Open Source expert and former RMPod host, Brian Douglas, joins to answer this month’s listener submitted question.
  • 21:32 - The Interview: Special guest Aaron Francis shares his advice on publishing your work to build your own luck. 

Looking for more stories and advice from the open source community? To learn more from the authors and experts featured on this episode, check out:

Special thanks to Cassidy Williams for lending her perspective on functional programming, @bdougieYO for his expertise and answering our #askRMP question this month, and to Aaron Francis for sharing his insights on overcoming your fears and publishing your work.


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githubopen sourcereadmebdougiethe readme projectklint finleycassidy williamsthe readme podcastmartin woodwardmaintaineropen source softwareneha batrasoftware developmentfunctional programming